Job Summary
There is an immediate opening to teach Understanding our Environment (ENVS 100) at the University of San Francisco. The schedule is Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:40 to 3:55 p.m. Classes start Tuesday August 22, 2017. This course is an introduction to environmental science and environmental studies for non-science majors. It examines the environmental impact of population growth on natural resources; mineral and resource extraction; water resource use and water pollution; air pollution and climate change; and conventional and sustainable energy supplies. Emphasis is placed on a holistic approach to environmental science using class discussions, laboratory exercises, and environmental surveys to reinforce scientific principles.

Job Responsibilities
Class meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:40 to 3:55 p.m. The fall semester runs from August 22 through December 6, 2017, followed by a week of mandatory final exams with grades due no later than January 2, 2018.
A minimum of two office hours per week are required.
The faculty member will assume responsibility and accountability for:
*Facilitating student learning
*Evaluate student performance; providing frequent student feedback to enable success; meeting with student at mid-term and end of course to assign grades.
*Teach to the approved syllabus, which will be provided. Many course materials will be provided to the successful applicant and may be used at their discretion to teach required course content.

About USF
The University of San Francisco is located in the heart of one of the world's most innovative and diverse cities, and is home to a vibrant academic community of students and faculty who achieve excellence in their fields. Its diverse student body enjoys direct access to faculty, small classes and outstanding opportunities in the city itself. USF is San Francisco's first university, and its Jesuit Catholic mission helps ignite a student's passion for social justice and a desire to “Change the World From Here.” For more information, visit www.usfca.edu (http://www.usfca.edu/).

EEO Policy
The University is an equal opportunity institution of higher education. The University does not discriminate in employment, educational services and academic programs on the basis of an individual's race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, age (except minors), sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition (cancer-related and genetic-related) and disability, and the other bases prohibited by law. The University reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities under the law.

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